Bike Rack
03-15-2011, 07:10 AM
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My Ride: 2008 535xi
V1 hardwire
Laser Interceptor
12" JL Audio Ported PowerWedge enclosure with one W1v2
20% tint
Does anybody use a trunk-mount bike rack on their E60? If so, what do you recommend?
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03-15-2011, 07:19 AM
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I don't use a trunk mount because it scratched the shit out my old car. It was a Saris Bones and the sales guy at the bike shop said it was what all the high end car owners were using. I have learned my lesson since, and got a roof mount for this car. It is great and looks very sporty!
03-15-2011, 08:23 AM
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My Ride: 2008 535xi
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12" JL Audio Ported PowerWedge enclosure with one W1v2
20% tint
found the link on shopbmwusa.com
any dealers this site deals with that will sell it cheaper?
any dealers this site deals with that will sell it cheaper?
03-15-2011, 08:27 AM
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Well, I don't use the BMW roof rack since they don't offer a fairing to be used with it. Without the fairing the bars are noisy. I use a Thule rack. I got it from Namotorsports.com but don't really know if I can recommend them. They have less than perfect customer support, but have the lowest price.
03-15-2011, 08:57 AM
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My Ride: 2008 535xi
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12" JL Audio Ported PowerWedge enclosure with one W1v2
20% tint
well, if I wanted to use the BMW version is there a preferred dealer?
04-01-2011, 04:22 PM
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My Ride: 2004 545i Sport, Sound, Cold weather package, Steptronic, Logic 7, Sunshades, CD changer in glove. Alpine White, with light tan Dakota leather, Good seats. Just out of warranty.
Previous: 1997 528i. Sold '09.
1981 320i. Sold '89.
I have a 2004 545i. I stressed about this.
I ended up getting a Hollywood trunk mount, removable thingy. It fits in the trunk, carries two bikes, and cost $125.
Okay locking is an issue, but I'm happy to be able to transport even one bike without cramming it in the back seat. Lite interior. *frown*
2004 BMW 545i Alpine White, with fawn, beige interior. All the good stuff except a aux jack.
I ended up getting a Hollywood trunk mount, removable thingy. It fits in the trunk, carries two bikes, and cost $125.
Okay locking is an issue, but I'm happy to be able to transport even one bike without cramming it in the back seat. Lite interior. *frown*
2004 BMW 545i Alpine White, with fawn, beige interior. All the good stuff except a aux jack.
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